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Sidharth Malhotra’s surreal New Zealand Diaries!

Published on : Thursday, November 17, 2016

Sidharth recently explored Te Puia, one of the premiere Maori culture attractions in New Zealand during his vacation in the country!

The actor was welcomed by the traditional ceremony called a Powhiri at Te Puia before the tour commenced and was also seen enjoying the incredible geothermal landscape of the attraction.

Sidharth recently explored Te Puia, one of the premiere Maori culture attractions in New Zealand during his vacation in the country. The actor was welcomed by the traditional ceremony called a Powhiri at Te Puia before the tour commenced and was also seen enjoying the incredible geothermal landscape of the attraction.

Te Puia

Te Puia is one of the premiere Maori culture attractions in New Zealand and centre for Māori cultural experiences, geothermal valley with famous geysers, guided tours and more.

You will also find the native Kiwi bird and the national schools of wood carving, weaving, stone and bone carving.

Te Puia – Powhiri

A powhiri is a formal Maori welcome bestowed on important guests before they arrive at the Marae (meeting house)

The ceremony begins with a challenge, followed by a call of welcome, speeches and songs and finishes with a hongi (a traditional Maori greeting whereby noses are pressed together as a mark of respect).